The ideal age for surgery is 16 years and older for women and 17 years and older for men. It's crucial to ensure young people are socially and emotionally ready and understand their expectations from the surgery. In older age, rhinoplasty can be performed to improve breathing as the tip of the nose may droop.
The recovery process varies depending on the specific procedure. Following rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, or sinus surgery, our patients can generally return to light daily activities and desk jobs comfortably within 5 to 7 days.
No, modern sinus surgery does not utilize old-style gauze packings. Instead, specialized silicone splints that permit breathing or self-dissolving gels are preferred to ensure both bleeding control and optimal tissue healing.
Upper eyelid incisions are hidden within the natural crease, while lower eyelid incisions are placed just below the eyelash line. Since the eyelid tissue heals very rapidly with minimal scarring, the faint pink line in the first months fades over time and becomes virtually invisible.